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You know it by its striking green complexion.
Matcha has earned a devoted following, with fans swearing by its benefits over coffee. Now a staple at nearly every café, matcha has become the go-to for those seeking calm, sustained energy. Naturally, when it came to crafting our own menu, we knew we had to choose the very best for our Wellness Bar.
What is Matcha, Exactly?
At its core, matcha comes from the same plant as traditional green tea — Camellia sinensis — but there are key differences. Unlike loose-leaf green tea, where leaves are steeped and discarded, matcha is made from the whole powdered leaf, meaning you get the full spectrum of antioxidants, amino acids, and natural caffeine with every sip.
The leaves used for matcha are called tencha, carefully harvested during the early spring “first flush” to capture peak flavor and nutrition. Before harvest, these plants are shade-grown for several weeks, which boosts chlorophyll— giving matcha its vivid green hue — and enriches L-theanine and other amino acids, creating its signature smooth, focused energy. Once harvested, tencha is steamed, dried, and ground into the fine powder we whisk into lattes, drinks, or enjoy straight.
Why Matcha?
As hinted above, matcha fans know it hits differently than coffee. That’s because it’s packed with L-theanine, an amino acid found in tea that promotes relaxation and alpha brain wave activity — supporting a calm yet alert state — which works in tandem with caffeine to boost focus while keeping jitters at bay. Matcha is also rich in EGCG, a powerful antioxidant that supports overall wellness. Since matcha is made from the powdered whole leaf, you’re getting more of these beneficial compounds than you would from traditional green tea.
Many people enjoy substituting matcha for their morning or afternoon coffee, enjoying the sustained, smooth energy without the usual coffee crash. Together, these calming constituents take the edge off caffeine’s intensity — producing a gentle, focused lift rather than a rollercoaster ride.
Why Rishi Tea Matcha?
Our retail lead Presley Foster, discovered Rishi Tea back in 2021, when she was beginning the process of trying to switch up her morning caffeine routine. She quickly found that the Organic Teahouse Matcha would be her new daily beverage of choice. That’s why when we were researching brands to fit the bill of our Wellness Bar, we knew just where to go.
Rishi Teahouse Matcha is shade-grown on the mineral-rich volcanic slopes of Kirishima Mountain, Japan, using traditional techniques that maximize chlorophyll and amino acids, giving it that signature vibrant color and smooth, focused energy. Harvested early in the tencha season, the result is a lively green powder with a perfect balance of umami sweetness and bittersweet notes.
Rishi At our Wellness Bar
“Rishi Teahouse Matcha has an incredible vibrancy that you don’t often find at your typical drive-through coffee shop, which is why we take such pride in using it in the Wellness Bar. It tastes just as incredible as it looks.”
-Presley Foster
Rishi’s matcha sits in that “just right” Goldilocks zone — balanced, bright, and endlessly drinkable. Our Bar Manager, Morgan Vick, drew on her years of café experience to craft matcha specials that enhance its natural flavors with just a hint of sweetness. Her creations include:
- Lavender Honey Matcha Latte – Rishi Teahouse Matcha, raw honey & organic lavender syrup
- Beauty Matcha Latte – Rishi Teahouse Matcha, raw honey, organic vanilla syrup, cardamom & DIRTEA Tremella powder
With plans to expand our recipe offerings soon, there’s always something new to try. Whether you enjoy it straight and traditional or prefer a latte-style experience, Rishi’s harmonious and sustainably harvested matcha might just win over even the most hesitant sippers.
At our Wellness Bar, every cup tells a story- from careful sourcing to the very first sip.
When we set out to create a Wellness Bar as an extension of our boutique, we approached it with care and intentionality. Every choice was deliberate, every detail curated, to ensure we offered only the finest options across each category.
Coffee—one of the most beloved daily rituals—was no exception. After exploring the expansive world of options, Lifeboost Coffee stood out for its commitment to purity, responsible sourcing, and above all, taste. It has become our go-to choice for every cup of coffee and espresso we serve at the bar.
Let’s dig in further.
Lifeboost Coffee: Clean, Smooth, and Certified
Lifeboost isn’t just coffee—it’s coffee with standards. Every bean is USDA Organic Certified and third-party tested for more than 400 potential contaminants, including mycotoxins, molds, pesticides, heavy metals, and bacteria. That kind of diligence means every cup is as pure as it is flavorful.
And here’s what customers notice right away: Lifeboost is low-acid. It’s easier on the stomach and gentler on tooth enamel, all while delivering the smooth, rich taste of a perfectly roasted bean.
For the Wellness Bar, we selected a few different roasts, each with its own flavor profile:
- Espresso: Embolden Dark Roast — deep, expressive, and bold.
- Drip Coffee: Grata Medium Roast — smooth, easy-drinking, and balanced.
- Decaf Drip: Decaffeinated Medium Roast — produced through the Swiss Water Process, a chemical-free method that preserves flavor.
All of Lifeboost’s beans are single-origin from Central America, ensuring quality and consistency in every cup we serve.
We asked our Wellness Bar manager, Morgan Vick, why Lifeboost coffee was the clear choice. She answered,
“A good cup of coffee starts with high quality beans. Lifeboost’s entire process – from bean selection to roasting – creates a nutrient dense and low-acid product. I’m a coffee addict so it’s important to me that it not only tastes delicious, but makes me feel good too.”
Lifeboost is the brew you’ll sip at our Wellness Bar, and we also carry it in-store for you to enjoy at home.
Also on our retail shelves is Purity Coffee — another clean coffee brand that’s third-party tested for contaminants, but with its own distinct focus. Purity is committed to regenerative organic farming, a method that enriches soil, fosters biodiversity, and helps secure the future of our food supply. This biodiverse approach means their beans are naturally rich in chlorogenic acids (CGAs) and antioxidants, making each cup a step toward both personal wellness and planetary health.
Whether you’re sipping an espresso shot at the bar, enjoying a smooth cup of drip coffee, or picking up beans to brew at home, our coffee selection is curated to make every sip a healthier, happier ritual.
